Special events

Shoreview Parks and Recreation offers a variety of community special events throughout the year.

Indoor market

Located inside the community center fireside lounge. Come explore local food and artisan vendors 

Tuesdays, 3 - 6 pm

  • February 17
  • March 17
  • April 21

Bunny Hop Trail

Hippity hop over to Bucher Park and bring a basket to gather eggstra special treats along the way. The entire family can visit with the bunny and participate in fun activities and interact with barnyard animals in the petting zoo.

  • Location: Bucher Park
  • Registration deadline: March 24

Date: Saturday, March 28
Time: 10 - 11:30 am
Cost: $15

Register online

Bamboo Bay Egg Hunt

The bunny will be hiding eggs for you to find in Bamboo Bay! Each child will be given a bag of goodies. After the egg hunt is completed, participants will be able to swim in Bamboo Bay. Don't forget your swimsuit and towel! 

No walk-ins accepted

  • Location: community center
  • Registration deadline: one week before

Date: Sunday, March 29
Time: 9 - 11 am
Cost: $15/child, $9/adult

Register online

 

Springfest

Celebrating Earth Day! This community event will include a parking lot style garage sale, community groups, music, food truck, kids activities, and more! Events take place from 2 - 5 pm and is located at the Haffeman Pavilion and lower level parking lot behind the community center.

The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring cash for food, vendors, and merchandise. 

  • Location: community center

Date: Sunday, April 26
Time: 2 - 5 pm

Garage style parking lot sale

Need to have a garage sale but don't have space? Purchase a stall (two parking spaces) and set up your own garage-style sale in the lower level community center parking lot. Bring your own table, chairs, cash box with change (or e-payment). Event takes place rain or shine! This is part of Shoreview's Springfest! Set-up starts at 12:30 pm

  • Location: community center lower level parking lot
  • Registration deadline: April 3

Age: 18+
Date: Sunday, April 26
Time: 2 - 5 pm
Cost: $22; $20 Shoreview resident

Register online

Bobby Theisen Grand Opening

Saturday, May 2, 9:30 am - noon 
  • Ribbon cutting
  • Food trucks
  • Activities
  • Tours

May the Fourth puzzle competition

The force is strong with Puzzlers this May 4th! Teams of four compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle in the shortest amount of time. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, with a head start for those in costume or other attire from a galaxy far, far away!

Schedule:

  • 5:45: Check-in and optional puzzle swap
  • 6:15: Rules review
  • 6:30: The competition begins
  • 8:30: Mission complete
  • Location: community center
  • Registration deadline: April 20

Age: All
Date: Monday, May 4
Time: 5:45 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $30 per team

Register online

Bark in the Park

All friendly, well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome!
Thursday, May 14, 4:30 - 7:30 pm

  • Music
  • Vendor booths
  • Food truck and more!
  • Location: Shamrock Park

 

Family Water Safety & Wellness Day

The City of Shoreview has partnered with Abbey's Hope and Ramsey County Sheriff's Department to host a water safety and wellness event. This one-day event will provide education on water safety and will include:

  • Water safety & rescue tips
  • Beach & pool safety
  • Proper life jacket fitting
  • Parent water tips
  • Boating regulations
  • Wellness information & resources
  • Demonstrations & activities
  • Tour rescue vehicles and more!

Free life jackets to attendees while supplies last.

  • Location: Bobby Theisen Park
  • No registration required

Age: All
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 9 am - noon
Cost: Free

Spring Royal Tea

Join us at the Spring Royal Tea Party! Your afternoon will consist of crafts, a special appearance by a princess, storytelling, and refreshments. Come in your favorite princess look and don't forget your camera! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets must be purchased by each individual attending. Pre-registration required; no walk-ins accepted. 

  • Location: community center
  • Registration deadline: May 11

Age: 10 & under
Date: Sunday, May 17
Time: 3 - 4:30 pm
Cost: $15 per person

Register online 

Farmers Market

The best local products! Now accepting vendors for the 2026 season. Located in the lower level parking lot at the community center. 

Tuesday afternoons
June 2 - September 1 | 3 - 7 pm
September 8 - October 13 | 3 - 6 pm

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